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The Arc of the Moral Universe: College Student Activism and the #BlackLivesMatter Movement

Mon, April 11, 11:45am to 1:15pm, Convention Center, Floor: Level One, Room 146 C

Session Type: Invited Speaker Session

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There has been a recent resurgence of student activism in higher education institutions, most prominently exemplified by the #BlackLivesMatter movement. This interactive session will highlight differing perspectives about the purpose, scope and impact of the movement from the viewpoints of a student activist, chief diversity officer, and faculty scholars. Participants will critically examine the interplay between student activists and campus administrators in advancing institutional values related to social justice.

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